- This is a signature Korean traditional music performance, “Jinyeon,” held in the heart of Insadong, where you can experience Korea’s traditional arts in one place, from ritual music and court music to sanjo and contemporary music.
- It flows smoothly through ritual music, court music, sanjo, folk songs, and contemporary music, so even first time audiences can follow along and enjoy it without feeling overwhelmed.
- In a space styled like a pungnyubang (a traditional intimate salon for appreciating music and the arts), you can watch the performance up close and interact directly with the artists, making it more than just a show, it becomes a hands-on experience.
- Hosted in both Korean and English, it is easy for international visitors to understand, and it fits naturally into an Insadong itinerary.
- At about an hour long, it is easy to fit into your travel schedule. It also has strong visitor ratings, a well-verified performance.
[Performance Program]
- Part 1: Gilje(吉祭)
- A traditional ritual ceremony performance held to pray for good things ahead
- A Korean traditional rite wishing for peace, safety, and happiness
- Part 2: Jinyeon(進宴)
- A setting where traditional music is performed while hosting an honored guest
- Jeongak (正樂): “proper music,” music performed with formality in the royal court or high society during the Joseon Dynasty
- Sanjo (散調): “scattered melodies,” a solo piece performed to express the individuality and emotions of scholars
- Part 3: Harmony
- A time for guests and artists to enjoy the performance together
- Minyo (民謠): “the people’s music,” songs passed down orally and sung among commoners since the Goryeo period
- Popular Music (大衆音樂): a reinterpreted performance of folk songs from around the world and the diverse sounds of Korean music today